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Carnival Venezia vs Carnival Celebration
- Carnival Celebration is the bigger ship: 183,521 gross tons vs 135,225, about 36% larger.
- Carnival Venezia is newer (2023) than Carnival Celebration (2022).
- Carnival Celebration carries more guests: 5,362 vs 4,090 (double occupancy).
- Carnival Venezia has more crew per guest (2.91 guests per crew member vs 3.09).
| Carnival Venezia | Carnival Celebration | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Carnival Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Entered service | 2023 ● | 2022 |
| Gross tonnage | 135,225 | 183,521 ● |
| Guests | 4,090 (double occupancy) | 5,362 (double occupancy) ● |
| Crew | 1,407 | 1,735 ● |
| Guests per crew member | 2.91 ● | 3.09 |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Carnival Venezia, Carnival Celebration (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Carnival Venezia or Carnival Celebration?
Carnival Celebration is the bigger ship: 183,521 gross tons vs 135,225, about 36% larger.
Which is newer, Carnival Venezia or Carnival Celebration?
Carnival Venezia is newer (2023) than Carnival Celebration (2022).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Carnival Venezia: 4,090 (double occupancy). Carnival Celebration: 5,362 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Carnival Venezia has more crew per guest (2.91 guests per crew member vs 3.09), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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